Portable valve power with Easi-Drive
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Smith Flow Control product story
Edited by the Processingtalk editorial team
Apr 2, 2003
Easi-Drive, the new portable valve operating system from Smith Flow Control, is designed for use with manual valves, to reduce the release of tight or partially-seized valves to a one-man activity
Easi-Drive is designed for use with manual valves in situations where valve size, pressure rating or work environment would otherwise demand a dedicated actuator or require a work crew.
By reducing valve operation to a one-man activity, Easi-Drive eliminates operator fatigue and greatly reduces the risk of injury.
In addition, operator efficiency is greatly enhanced by significantly reducing operating time.
Comprising three elements: drive gun, valve coupler and power pack, Easi-Drive is fully portable and adaptable to any size or type of valve.
Fully portable, it can manage a bank of valves with a single drive tool, and is particularly useful for moving tight or partially-seized valves.
Suitable for all climatic conditions, it is ideal for minimum facilities installations and is also certified for Hazardous Areas.
Easi-Drive is available with three alternative power sources: pneumatic, hydraulic and electric.
In any production or manufacturing facility it can be run on adjacent plant air or single-phase electrical supply.
All torque ranges are catered for, with variable torque adjustment capability as standard.
Installation is simple: firstly the original valve or gearbox handwheel is removed; secondly, an Easi-Drive adapter assembly is fitted; and finally, to operate the valve, the drive gun is attached to the adapter and connected to the power supply (pneumatic, hydraulic or electric).
Smith Flow Control offers a full range of accessories to compliment and enhance the standard equipment.
Further details can be found on the product website.
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